11-20_Mar_2022 (Dekadal Agrometeorologicals)


According to the weather forecasts, in the coming third dekad of March, In particular, the south, central and southeastern parts of the country are likely to get light to heavy amount of rainfall. This condition will play a positive role in land preparation and sowing of short- and long-term crops as well as for early planted crops and for perennials and on the availability of pasture and drinking water. Therefore, farmers and all the concerned bodies are advised to get the advantage of the expected moisture improvement to sow various crops including which are late to plant due to the late onset of season. Farmers and pastoralists who live in moisture stress areas are also advised to make the necessary arrangements for rainwater harvesting and storage which in turn may use at time of need.